Is a medial menicus root displacement considered a tear of the meniscus? what are the symptoms of this? i am looking for a orthopedic opinion?

Yes meniscus tear: Meniscus root tears are a type of meniscus tear where the attachment to the bone is torn. This is a usually not a great type of tear to have as it effectively takes away all function of the meniscus (which is important to prevent arthritis etc). If patient is less than 45 with no arthritis, a meniscus root repair should be done. Otherwise meniscal resection is recommended. Meniscal root repairs are technically demanding, and are usually done by orthopedic surgeons with fellowship training in the sub specialty of sports medicine.

Yes: A root avulsion carries many of the same symptoms as a meniscus tear, catching locking popping, joint line pain and swelling. Repair of this injury is a little trickier than regular meniscus tears as such a sports medicine specialist is recommended.

Yes, its a tear: The meniscal root is the attachment point for the front and back of each meniscus. Anterior and posterior root for the medial and lateral meniscus (4 roots total). Posterior root usually the one that's torn. Usually pain is present. Swelling. Possibly locking/catching.